Lead Senior Estimator, Heavy Civil Infrastructure

C.A.Murren; Grayson (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K match

Job summary

C.A. Murren is seeking a Senior Estimator based in Grayson, GA, to lead the heavy civil estimating process for earthwork, site development, and underground utilities.

You will manage takeoffs, bid packages, and coordination with operations, ensuring accurate, competitive estimates and margin protection. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of heavy civil estimating experience, strong knowledge of means/methods, and proficiency with estimating software.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of heavy civil estimating experience (required).
• Mass earthwork and grading, site development, underground utilities (water, sewer, storm drain).
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods.

Responsibilities

• Train, develop, and mentor estimators through the estimating process from takeoffs to final proposal submission.
• Lead and prepare detailed cost estimates for heavy civil projects (earthwork, grading, underground utilities, site development).
• Perform quantity take-offs using plans and specifications.
• Develop complete bid packages from start to finish.
• Build work plans and construction sequencing strategies for pricing accuracy.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes.
• Attend site visits, pre-bid meetings, and client walkthroughs.
• Prepare estimate summaries, bid tabs, and proposal documents.
• Assist in schedule development and coordination with operations.
• Support project turnover to project management after award.

Skills

Heavy civil estimating

Team leadership

Bid development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

HeavyBid

PlanSwift

AGTEK

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Job description

C.A. Murren is seeking a Senior Estimator based in Grayson, GA, to lead the heavy civil estimating process for earthwork, site development, and underground utilities.

You will manage takeoffs, bid packages, and coordination with operations, ensuring accurate, competitive estimates and margin protection. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of heavy civil estimating experience, strong knowledge of means/methods, and proficiency with estimating software.